What is a Broadcast News?

Broadcast News is the broadcasting of various news events and other information via television or radio.

What are the options for broadcasting?

	Description	Notes	Broadcast Digital Content (i.e. PowerPoint Presentation)	Software	Infrastructure	Users	Parents	Support	Training	Configurations	Current District Use
Skype * Blocked by District	Live broadcast using free software.	Cameras can be inexpensive "web cams" or better featured digital video cameras.	no	Free, Downloadable	LAN, WAN	Unlimited	Available, Live	Commonly used, however limited support	Some viewers may already know how to use	Multiple computers each with web camera one for each "newscaster." One computer with web camera - "newscasters" switch	Blocked by District
Adobe Connect	Viewers log in to a "meeting" and view broadcast. Can be archived for later viewing.	Cameras can be inexpensive "web cams" or better featured digital video cameras.	easily accomplished	$150 per year per campus	LAN, WAN	100 per session	Available, Live	Expertise provided by company	Professional training available. Viewers including parents would have a steeper learning curve than with Skype	Multiple computers each with web camera one for each "newscaster." One computer with web camera - "newscasters" switch	No one using, but could be supported, may require specific port access
Recorded Broadcast	Digital video camera(s) used to record broadcasts which are then distributed via DVD and/or posted on a web page.	Takes approximately 30 minutes to convert to DVD and/or post on web page	Could be added in editing phase, time consuming.	Free - iMovie, Windows Media Player, etc.	none - distributed via DVD LAN, WAN - web page	Unlimited	Available, posted on web, wiki, moodle, etc.	Commonly used, would have to have appropriate player - i.e. flash	Most viewers already have skills	Digital Camera(s) one computer, web site (moodle, etc.) on server	Existing technology in district
Closed Circuit Television	Live broadcast, using analog broadcasting equipment.	If cable and televisions are available throughout the school, this can be a very inexpensive option	Need convertor (RF modulator) then controlled by mixer board or simple switch.	none	closed circuit cable	unlimited, as long as connected to closed circuit	No, unless recorded and published on web page.	old, existing technology		Multiple cameras, mixer board. Single camera, vcr	some campuses have done this in the past

Common Elements to Consider: Tripods for cameras, Quiet room for recording, Lighting, Microphones, Appropriate furniture, and props

What could a "station" setup look like in order for broadcasting to happen using the ADOBE ConnectPro option?

How much do the items needed for broadcasting cost?

Equipment	Base Price*
Laptop (Macbook)	$1,199.00-$2,499.00 Quote Pending
Video Camera	$299.99 Quote Pending
Microphone	$19.59
Tripod	$29.99
Firewire Cables	$7.95-$14.95
Optional Items to consider:
Lapel Microphone	$19.99
Furniture (desk, podium, chairs, dividers, stands)	Prices vary depending on school availability
Stage presentation items (background image, weather map, fabric, props, cafeteria menu, clip boards)	Prices vary depending on school availability
Green Screen	$150.00-$350.00 Prices vary depending on size
Lighting	$11.65
Sound Mixer Board	$250.00-$600.00

*Base prices quoted on January 13, 2010. Prices may vary after the date.

Equipment

Is there a checklist I could use?

• Yes

Are other schools broadcasting?

• Yes, other schools in San Antonio ISD are broadcasting (Green Elementary, Bonham Elementary, Woodlawn Hills Elementary, and Barkley-Ruiz Academy)

How are other campuses broadcasting?

• Green Elementary- Closed Circuit Television

• Barkley-Ruiz Academy- Closed Circuit Television

• Woodlawn Hills Elementary - Closed Circuit Television

• Bonham Elementary- ADOBE Connect

What can I broadcast?

• Morning News Shows, Special Announcements, Weekly Updates, other school-related events.

Do I need permission to broadcast?

• Yes, all broadcasts need web permission slips. Broadcasts are not unlike any other medium to publish, students must have permission slips signed by a parent/guardian.

Who do I contact for further information?

• Sue Harris shodgesharris1@saisd.net, Stephanie Correa scorrea2@saisd.net, or Claude Ascolese cascolese@saisd.net with The Office of Instructional Technology and Learning Services, (210)527-1400

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